REAR MAIN SEAL SEAL I use RTV on the back side of most rear main seals. This is a great safety measure on rubber seals and a must on early rope rear main seal style blocks when using a neoprene type conversion seal. Splitting the alignment of the seal to block is...
A LITTLE TAPE, A LOT OF TIME Here’s a simple time saver for assembling high performance V8/V6 engines. When intake gasket port alignment is critical I use masking tape to hold the gasket in place on the head. You can then flip the gasket up to apply your sealer,...
Sixteen Installation Tips For Cylinder Head Gaskets 1. The engine should cool completely-before disassembly Heat expands metal, making head and manifold bolts more difficult to remove and more prone to breakage. Cylinder heads, especially aluminum heads may warp if...